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Under the Influence
Alexander Bennett has always lived a privileged lifestyle, despite the challenges of being biracial and reared by a single parent in an urban city. With his mother’s unwavering love and devotion guiding him, Alex excels, and is on a fast track to financial success when he meets the beautiful, intelligent, and independent, Tamara Jackson.
In his quest for love and success, Alex makes an unlikely enemy–someone he loves and holds dear to his heart. Insecurity and denial prevent Alex from accepting the one-sided relationship for what it is, and places him in danger of losing unconditional love and acceptance from the one who holds his heart. Lies unravel, and hidden secrets are revealed, as Alex tries to balance truth with fantasy.
Will the lies and manipulation end before Alex loses everything, including his mind?
In his quest for love and success, Alex makes an unlikely enemy–someone he loves and holds dear to his heart. Insecurity and denial prevent Alex from accepting the one-sided relationship for what it is, and places him in danger of losing unconditional love and acceptance from the one who holds his heart. Lies unravel, and hidden secrets are revealed, as Alex tries to balance truth with fantasy.
Will the lies and manipulation end before Alex loses everything, including his mind?
296 pages, Paperback
Published February 14, 2017
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About the author
Wanda B. Campbell
20 books58 followersWanda B. Campbell is an extraordinary and talented writer who brings creativity, a new sense of hope, and restoration through the healing power of God to the Kingdom, by way of Christian fiction. She uses real life everyday issues to exhort, motivate, and give comfort.
Wanda B. Campbell believes there is nothing too hard for God and through His love and power, He can heal you in EVERY area you hurt. Wanda believes with God's help our darkest time can become our brightest moments. Her primary mission is to encourage everyone to experience the unfailing love of Christ. Wanda is not limited by race, age, sex, denomination or organization; believing the liberation that comes from Christ is free to all.
An avid reader since childhood, Wanda responded to the voices in her head and self-published her debut novel, First Sunday in October, January 2007. The novel gained national recognition and established her literary career.
Wanda B. Campbell's literary achievements include: Mommy's Present, a short story appearing in the anthology The Midnight Clear, November 2006, First Sunday in October, January 2007, Crusin for Christ I Short Story Contest winner with Illusions, which landed a multi-book deal with Urban Christian. Illusions, the novel, February 2009,Right Package, Wrong Baggage, August 2010, and Silver Lining, August 2011. Her fourth novel, Unresolved Issues, is scheduled for release August 2012.
Wanda is a two-time winner of the Urban Reviews Top Shelf Book Award, two-time winner of Coffee Time Romance’s Critical Review Award, and a three-time Black Expressions Book Club Bestselling Author. She has appeared on the BCNN1/BCBC National Bestselling List multiple times and was nominated at the 2011 African American Literary Awards Show in the Christian Fiction category.
In January 2010, Wanda launched Micah 6:8 Books, LLC (www.micah68books.com), a small publishing house dedicated to promoting words that edify the Kingdom. The company's first anthology, Home Again: Stories of Restored Relationships released November 2010 as was also nominated at the 2011 African American Literary Awards Show.
Wanda is a graduate of Castlemont High School , in Oakland , CA (Go Knights!) and Western Career College . In addition to building a career in healthcare, she completed Christian Ministry studies at the Leadership Institute at Allen Temple and is currently pursuing her Bachelor's degree in Biblical Studies.
Wanda is a mother of three and currently resides in the San Francisco Bay Area with her husband of twenty-two years and two sons and enjoys spending time with her grandson. Her hobbies include writing and reading, traveling, and collecting magnets from around the world. Wanda is the self-proclaimed biggest Oakland A's fan.
Wanda B. Campbell believes there is nothing too hard for God and through His love and power, He can heal you in EVERY area you hurt. Wanda believes with God's help our darkest time can become our brightest moments. Her primary mission is to encourage everyone to experience the unfailing love of Christ. Wanda is not limited by race, age, sex, denomination or organization; believing the liberation that comes from Christ is free to all.
An avid reader since childhood, Wanda responded to the voices in her head and self-published her debut novel, First Sunday in October, January 2007. The novel gained national recognition and established her literary career.
Wanda B. Campbell's literary achievements include: Mommy's Present, a short story appearing in the anthology The Midnight Clear, November 2006, First Sunday in October, January 2007, Crusin for Christ I Short Story Contest winner with Illusions, which landed a multi-book deal with Urban Christian. Illusions, the novel, February 2009,Right Package, Wrong Baggage, August 2010, and Silver Lining, August 2011. Her fourth novel, Unresolved Issues, is scheduled for release August 2012.
Wanda is a two-time winner of the Urban Reviews Top Shelf Book Award, two-time winner of Coffee Time Romance’s Critical Review Award, and a three-time Black Expressions Book Club Bestselling Author. She has appeared on the BCNN1/BCBC National Bestselling List multiple times and was nominated at the 2011 African American Literary Awards Show in the Christian Fiction category.
In January 2010, Wanda launched Micah 6:8 Books, LLC (www.micah68books.com), a small publishing house dedicated to promoting words that edify the Kingdom. The company's first anthology, Home Again: Stories of Restored Relationships released November 2010 as was also nominated at the 2011 African American Literary Awards Show.
Wanda is a graduate of Castlemont High School , in Oakland , CA (Go Knights!) and Western Career College . In addition to building a career in healthcare, she completed Christian Ministry studies at the Leadership Institute at Allen Temple and is currently pursuing her Bachelor's degree in Biblical Studies.
Wanda is a mother of three and currently resides in the San Francisco Bay Area with her husband of twenty-two years and two sons and enjoys spending time with her grandson. Her hobbies include writing and reading, traveling, and collecting magnets from around the world. Wanda is the self-proclaimed biggest Oakland A's fan.
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October 21, 2017
Wow. I'm still trying to mentally process what I just read, but this book was all kinds of amazing. Not only was the story amazing, but the lesson that sometimes certain relatives that are detrimental to your future need to be loved from a distance. Phenomenal job. I am having an extremely hard time trying to keep from crying from all the emotions this book put me through.
February 21, 2017
Excellent read
Excellent read, this storyline was thought provoking. It brought about many emotions about Alex, I thought he was naive. It upset me how he allowed Randall to use and manipulate him. Alex' had many issues which was explored in this book. The title of this book is on point. As always, Wanda B. Campbell never fails to deliver compelling stories.
Excellent read, this storyline was thought provoking. It brought about many emotions about Alex, I thought he was naive. It upset me how he allowed Randall to use and manipulate him. Alex' had many issues which was explored in this book. The title of this book is on point. As always, Wanda B. Campbell never fails to deliver compelling stories.
October 19, 2017
A Very Good Read
This book was based on how when traumatic situations happen to someone, how it can affect their life.
When a person holds all the mental and physical abuse they keep allowing it to happen to appease their abuser. They don't realize how it can cause problems in trying to have a healthy love relationship, because of the lies and secrets.
Can a person not only forgive the abuser and also forgive themselves?
This storyline is a real page turner that grabs your attention from the beginning.
I enjoy reading books by this author.
Cassandra H
This book was based on how when traumatic situations happen to someone, how it can affect their life.
When a person holds all the mental and physical abuse they keep allowing it to happen to appease their abuser. They don't realize how it can cause problems in trying to have a healthy love relationship, because of the lies and secrets.
Can a person not only forgive the abuser and also forgive themselves?
This storyline is a real page turner that grabs your attention from the beginning.
I enjoy reading books by this author.
Cassandra H
November 11, 2017
Excellent! Not at all what I thought it was going to be, this was an amazing story dealing with mental and physical abuseand the life long affect it has on the victim and the ones they love. This was an emotional and thought provoking read. Ms. Campbell had my attention from start to finish. I highly recommend this book.
November 5, 2017
Totally Flabbergasted
The book description gave no clue what I was surprised by in reading this book! The depth of hatred in a family can be devastating. And, yet the love can be found when we look to Jesus. I was reminded that my identity is in Christ and not people I may admire. And to worship HIM, ONLY! Thank you Ms Wanda for such an amazing read that ministered to my soul.
The book description gave no clue what I was surprised by in reading this book! The depth of hatred in a family can be devastating. And, yet the love can be found when we look to Jesus. I was reminded that my identity is in Christ and not people I may admire. And to worship HIM, ONLY! Thank you Ms Wanda for such an amazing read that ministered to my soul.
October 18, 2017
Under the influence was a very good read, this book dealt with a lot of real issues that are going on in families and in life today. The message I received from this book is to always put god first and continue to pray and praise him when you are going through.
May 4, 2017
Good read
Shows the devastating effects of molestation on boys. It also shows the healing power of deliverance God has given us through the blood of Jesus
Shows the devastating effects of molestation on boys. It also shows the healing power of deliverance God has given us through the blood of Jesus
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May 7, 2017Best Reading Ever
Wanda B. Campbell took a chance to do something different and Under the Influence was well worth the wait!!! Alexander, Randall,Carlton and Tamara will take all your emotions hostage! Grace and mercy flow thru these pages! Awesome writing!!!
Wanda B. Campbell took a chance to do something different and Under the Influence was well worth the wait!!! Alexander, Randall,Carlton and Tamara will take all your emotions hostage! Grace and mercy flow thru these pages! Awesome writing!!!
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